Athlon Ares ETR UHD
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Crimson Trace Hardline Pro

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD
The Argos HMR is thoughtfully designed with the average outdoorsman in mind, offering a compact and durable hunting scope that is both feature-rich and affordable. With 5x and 6x magnification ratios, it is perfectly suited for a variety of close and long-range hunting scenarios. The Advanced Fully Multi-Coated lenses enhance light transmission and clarity, while the choice of clean reticle options—such as illuminated center-dot crosshair, Mil-Dot, or BDC—provides a fool-proof traditional setup for any shooter. The Ares ETR First Focal Plane scope takes long-range shooting to new heights. It features a revamped turret system with a locking Windage turret and a true zero stop on the elevation turret, ensuring consistent and accurate adjustments. Extra Low dispersion lenses produce sharp, vibrant images with excellent color reproduction, and the 34mm tube construction is built to endure the harshest conditions. With a 0.1 MIL click value, a total elevation adjustment of 32 MIL, and a parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity, this scope is a top-tier choice for precision shooting enthusiasts.
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro
The Crimson Trace Hardline Pro 4-16x50 is designed for shooters who value precision and adaptability in their optics. Equipped with an illuminated CT Custom MR1-MOA reticle, this scope excels at both mid to long-range shooting, offering clear and reliable targeting on a second focal plane. The exposed turrets provide smooth, quick adjustments, while the parallax adjustment on the left side allows for precise target focus. I found the lightweight anodized aluminum construction durable and well-suited to varying field conditions, with multi-coated lenses that enhance clarity and reduce glare. At 25.4 ounces, the Hardline Pro is waterproof, fog-proof, and shockproof, backed by Crimson Trace’s trusted lifetime warranty.
Basic Details
Brand | Color | Style | Sport | Item Weight | Material | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | Athlon | Brown | Aprs1 Ffp Ir Mil Brown | Hunting | 1 Kilograms | Aluminum |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | Crimson Trace | Black | 4-16x50mm MR1-MOA Illum. SFP | Hunting | 25.4 Ounces | Aluminum |
Magnification & Range
Magnification | Parallax Setting | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | 4.5-30x | 25 Yard to Infinity |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | 4-16x | 10 yards to infinity |
Performance Insights
Eye Relief | Zoom Ratio | FOV | Night Vision | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | 3.9 inches | 7:1 | 7.4 - 1.2 degrees | No |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | 4 Inches | 4:1 | 28.5 ft Min - 7.2 ft Max | No |
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Diameter & Tube Size
Tube Size | Tube Diameter | Objective Diameter | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | 34mm | 34mm | 56mm |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | 30mm | 30mm | 50mm |
Compatibility
Compatible Devices | Mounting Type | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | Rifle | Picatinny Mount or Dovetail Mount |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | Rifle | Illuminated MR1 |
Additional Features
Reticle | Max Elevation Adjustment | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | Mil-Dot, or BDC | 30 MOA |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | Illuminated MR1 | 80 MOA |
Built for Tough Conditions
Waterproof | Fogproof | Shockproof | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Accessories & Warranty
Includes | Warranty | |
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Athlon Ares ETR UHD | Scope, battery, instruction manual, cleaning cloth | Limited lifetime warranty |
Crimson Trace Hardline Pro | Scope caps, lens cloth, user manual | Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crimson Trace |